TRAVEL CNC Machinist

Aerotek; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Travel CNC Machinist based in Houston, TX. The role involves operating CNC grinders, hobs, and shapers with Siemens and Fanuc controls, performing setups, and routing parts to the CMM lab for quality checks. Travel with per diem is offered.

Expect 50+ hours weekly, with potential overtime on 2nd and 3rd shifts, and a heavy emphasis on safety and precision in a non-temperature-controlled shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years CNC machining experience.
• Experience with gear cutting.
• Ability to read blueprints and use inspection gauges.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC grinders, hobbs, and shapers.
• Work with Siemens and Fanuc controls.
• Handle Okuma drills and Liebherr machinery and related equipment.
• Perform independent CNC setups.
• Use hand gauges and route parts to the CMM lab for quality checks.
• Operate overhead cranes safely.

Skills

CNC Machining

Gear Cutting

Siemens Controls

Fanuc Controls

Okuma Drills

Tools

Okuma Drills

Junker Grinders

Liebherr CNC

Job description

Job Title: TRAVEL CNC Machinist

• $40hr and $1666 per diem
• Contract located in central IL

Job Description

The role involves working with CNC Grinders, Hobbs, Shapers, and utilizing Siemens and Fanuc Controls. The machinist will operate Okuma Drills and Junker, Liebherr CNC machinery, and utilize hand gages to ensure parts are taken to the CMM lab for quality checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC Grinders, Hobbs, and Shapers.
• Work with Siemens and Fanuc Controls.
• Handle Okuma Drills and Liebherr CNC machinery.
• Perform independent CNC setups.
• Use hand gages for quality checks and ensure parts are taken to the CMM lab.
• Operate overhead cranes safely and efficiently.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of previous CNC Machining experience.
• Previous gear cutting experience.
• Proven track record of strong attendance and ability to follow directions.
• Experience with one or more of the mentioned machines: CNC Grinders, Hobs, Junker Grinders, Warner Grinder, Lathes, Okuma Drills, Gleason Shapers, Liebherr Hobs.

Why Work Here?

The role offers a travel opportunity with per diem benefits, providing an excellent chance to expand your experience and exposure in the industry.

Work Environment

The position requires flexibility to work both 2nd and 3rd shifts, including weekends. A minimum of 50 hours per week is expected, with the potential to work additional hours based on performance. The machining environment is not temperature-controlled, with heat treat areas contributing to warmer conditions in summer and colder conditions in winter.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.